Croatian Slivovitz in 6L Plastic Bottle

Authentic Croatian plum distillate slivovitz at 45% ABV, double-distilled for smoothness, valued under $3/liter. Fits HTS 2208.90.14.00 due to its classification as low-value slivovitz brandy packaged in large >4L containers for wholesale. Excludes denatured alcohol and adheres to <80% vol strength.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2208.90Same rate: 17.5%

If in containers ≤4 liters

Smaller retail packaging shifts to the corresponding ≤4L subheading for slivovitz.

2207.10.60Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If undistilled fermented fruit mash

Undistilled plum ferments classify as undistilled ethyl alcohol from fruits, not brandy.

2208.70Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If liqueurs or cordials sweetened >2.5% sugar

Sweetened slivovitz mixtures become liqueurs under the spirits and liqueurs heading.

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Label bottles with exact ABV, net contents, and 'product of [country]' per TTB rules; calculate duties on proof liters adjusted for actual strength

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